Heritage Specialist (Homebased Retainer)

• Review documents and policies produced by the conservation and heritage centres and agency bodies, and advise the design and project management teams accordingly.

• Lead liaison with heritage bodies and other stakeholders in heritage-specific matters.

• Prepare concept design proposals for conservation and restoration projects. 

• Prepare concept brief and designs.

• Develop, in a timely manner, design documentation for conservation projects in accordance with applicable codes and standards till issuance of design review certificate.

• Revise documentation for conservation and restoration projects as required.

• Carry out site assessments as need arises and prepare subsequent reports.

• Attend coordination meetings if and when required.

• Collaborate with other disciplines when required and incorporate documentation produced for the purposes of delivering coherent technical packages of information.

 Education:

• An advanced university degree (e.g., Masters) in Heritage/Conservation Architecture or a related subject is required. 

• A first-level university degree (e.g., Bachelor) in combination with two (2) additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

• Professional registration with a recognized institution is required.

Work Experience:

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in conservation architectural design is required.

• Experience and knowledge of various vernacular architecture approaches is a distinct advantage, particularly in Africa.

• Experience in restoration of heritage buildings and sites  is a distinct advantage.

• Experience in use of software such as AutoCAD/ArchiCAD or REVIT is desired;

• Experience in google suite applications will be an asset.

Language:

• Proficiency in English is required.